Nik Software today announced its Sharpener Pro 3.0 photographic plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Apple Aperture. Designed for professionals and photo enthusiasts, Nik Software says Sharpener Pro 3.0 is the most advanced and powerful sharpening solution for photographers, eliminating the guesswork typically required for achieving superior and consistent results.

Photographers can now selectively sharpen objects within their images with Sharpenerâ€™s use of Nikâ€™s U Point technology. U Point powered Control Points are easy to use and offer precise control over sharpening intensity without the need to create complicated selections and layer masks, the company said.

Sharpener Pro 3.0 will be available this month with a retail price of $200. Upgrade price from any previous version is $100.